The most common type of planet in the known galaxy is one that does not exist in our solar system — a world larger than Earth but smaller than Neptune.

Known galaxy

Who

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What

When

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 02:30:51 GMT · 2h 13m ago

Where

Known galaxy ·

Why

The size range between Earth and Neptune is entirely skipped by planets in our solar system.

The Frontline Impact

How this affects you

This discovery highlights a gap in our solar system's planetary formation compared to the wider galaxy.

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Verified Sources & Citations

Space Daily
https://spacedaily.com/t-the-most-common-type-of-planet-in-the-known-galaxy-is-one-that-does-not-exist-in-our-solar-system-a-world-larger-than-earth-but-smaller-than-neptune-a-size-our-own-neighbourhood-entirely-skipped-now/
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